Flashing from the middle to the right side of the net, Ansley Blevins generated momentum for big swings on her slide hits to help spark Girls Preparatory School in Monday’s home match against Silverdale Baptist Academy.
Blevins was a force to reckon with as the sophomore “energy ball,” as described by senior teammate Preslee Brooksbank, recorded eight kills and two blocks in the first two sets to spark a 3-0 Bruisers sweep by the scores of 25-13, 25-15 and 25-18.
“In order for us to produce like we know we can, there has to be a lot of energy on the court,” Blevins said. “Whenever I come on the court, that’s what I like to bring. It also helps to have a great setter. Faith (Copeland) works with us and adjusts to what sets are best for us. She is awesome.”
Copeland finished with 22 assists and faked a set to place a perfect shot for a sneaky kill in the second set. Twice in the first two sets the senior setter connected with Blevins for powerful slams leading to Silverdale timeouts.
The breakout performance for the middle blocker came at a good time as GPS (10-9) was able to bounce back after winning just two of seven matches last week.